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Major countries including India, China, and the United States have congratulated Prime Minister Balendra Shah on being sworn in as the Prime Minister of Nepal. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm congratulations, stating: “Your appointment reflects the trust reposed in your leadership by the people of Nepal. I look forward to working closely with you to take India–Nepal friendship and cooperation to even greater heights for the mutual benefit of our two peoples.” Similarly, the United States extended its congratulations to Prime Minister Shah and his new government. In a statement, the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs said that the United States looks forward to working with Nepal to advance mutual prosperity and regional stability. Chinese Premier Li Qiang also sent a congratulatory message, noting that China and Nepal are traditional neighboring countries connected by mountains and rivers. He expressed that the Chinese government supports Nepal’s governance and reaffirmed China’s continued support in safeguarding Nepal’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Premier Li further stated his willingness to work with Prime Minister Shah to advance high-level China–Nepal cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, deepen collaboration across various sectors, and promote the China–Nepal strategic partnership characterized by long-term friendship aimed at development and prosperity. A spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry also extended congratulations to Prime Minister Shah and expressed readiness to work with Nepal’s new government to strengthen traditional friendship and practical cooperation. Similarly, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi extended her congratulations to Prime Minister Shah. In her letter, she expressed her intention to work together to enhance bilateral relations between Japan and Nepal. British Ambassador to Nepal Rob Fenn also congratulated Prime Minister Shah. He stated that as the new government sets its priorities, the United Kingdom looks forward to collaborating with Nepal on economic growth, youth employment, climate resilience, and other shared interests. The European Union also extended its congratulations. EU spokesperson Anaouar El Anouni stated that the EU looks forward to further developing its longstanding relations with Nepal and supporting the government in implementing its development priorities. Swiss Ambassador to Nepal Danielle Meuwly, in her message, said: “We look forward to deepening cooperation between Switzerland and Nepal, and to further strengthening the longstanding friendship, goodwill, and mutual trust that bind our two countries.” She added, “We extend our best wishes for a successful tenure as you pursue the aspirations of the people of Nepal, advancing peace, development, and prosperity.”